Sex
The trilogy “Love, Sex and Dreams” is shaping up as this summer’s most sophisticated cinephile secret.
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The Life of Chuck
It joins the ranks of a unique group of excellent Stephen King adaptations where the supernatural component is minimal to nonexistent.
Bring Her Back
The strongest asset and most captivating force here is Sally Hawkins. It’s a shame there’s not more Sally Hawkins on our screens every year.
The Phoenician Scheme
A basketball game, a terrorist siege, and quicksand escapades are part of the colorful set of adventures during its brisk runtime of under two hours.
Caught by the Tides
In one of the most impressive cinematic experiments of the decade, Jia Zhangke pushes the boundaries of how far movies can play with time and generate new meanings.
The Ugly Stepsister
This is definitely not your Disney Cinderella. In this retelling, nausea and black comedy go hand in hand.
Cactus Pears, The Lost Chapters, The Virgin of the Quarry Lake | New Directors/New Films 2025
Among the festival’s rich selection, three must-see highlights stand out, all still seeking distribution in the United States.
Grand Tour
The film brings to life a dream state via astounding images and intoxicating camerawork.